Happy Halloween!!!!

Here are a few fun facts about Halloween....from the zombie in my office waiting for Trick or Treaters....

according to factretriever.com:

Samhainophobia is the fear of Halloween

Trick-or-treating evolved from the ancient Celtic tradition of putting out treats and food to placate spirits who roamed the streets at Samhain, a sacred festival that marked the end of the Celtic calendar year.

Harry Houdini (1874-1926) was one of the most famous and mysterious magicians who ever lived. Strangely enough, he died in 1926 on Halloween night as a result of appendicitis brought on by three stomach punches.

Halloween is the second highest grossing commercial holiday after Christmas.